Dam KS02781

BIG MUDDY CREEK-TR· Jefferson, Kansas· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02781 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length910 ft
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage91 acre-ft
Max Discharge690 cfs
NID IDKS02781

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 23, 2009
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BECKER FAMILY TRUST, SCOTT D

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02781?

Dam KS02781 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam KS02781?

Dam KS02781 is owned by BECKER FAMILY TRUST, SCOTT D (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS02781?

Dam KS02781 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS02781?

Dam KS02781 has a dam height of 27 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Dam KS02781 last inspected?

Dam KS02781 was last inspected on April 23, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.